Description
Located on the Fall Line that marks the transition from Coastal Plain to the rolling hills of the Piedmont, Prince William Forest Park is metropolitan Washington D.C.’s largest park. Over 17,000 acres of mature hardwood forest, interspersed with springs, fens, creeks, and ponds, provide habitat for woodland birds and other wildlife. White-tailed deer, wild turkey, and beaver can be found along the park’s 37 miles of trails. In winter, migratory waterfowl fill the ponds. In summer, the wood thrush and other breeding songbirds occur here in large concentrations. Neotropical migrants, particularly woodland warblers, abound during the spring and fall. A bird list, map, and other information are available at the visitor center.
Wildlife Sightings
Amenities & Access Considerations
Amenities
- Visitor/Nature Center
- Bike Trails
- Camping
- Fee
- Hiking Trails
- Information
- Interpretive Nature Program
- Parking
- Phone
- Picnic
- Restrooms
Maps & Directions
Physical Address: 18170 Park Entrance Road, Triangle, VA 22172
From the Previous Site on the Prince William Loop of VBWT:
From Leesylvania State Park, return to US 1 South. Proceed 5.1 miles to Rt. 619/Joplin Road. Turn right and continue 0.8 miles to entrance on the right.
What to Know Before Visiting
The Virginia Bird and Wildlife Trail is a network of more than 500 premier wildlife viewing sites across the state. Walk a nature trail, paddle a river, or enjoy a scenic overlook and you’ll soon understand what makes Virginia a premier destination for birding and wildlife viewing.
Site Information
Managed By:
- National Park Service